Contents
- Weather in August
- Frequently asked questions
- Average temperature in August
- Average pressure in August
- Average wind speed in August
- Average humidity in August
- Average rainfall in August
- Average rainfall days in August
- Average snowfall in August
- Average snowfall days in August
- Average daylight in August
- Average sunshine in August
- Average sunshine days in August
- Average UV index in August
- Average cloud cover in August
- Average visibility in August
Weather in August
Temperature
With the onset of August, the average high-temperature stands at a still moderately hot 83.3°F (28.5°C), closely aligned with July's 84.9°F (29.4°C). August presents a pronounced divergence from daily peak temperatures in Yankton, with the average low-temperature of 61.3°F (16.3°C).Heat index
In August, the average heat index is estimated at a hot 89.6°F (32°C). If exposure and activity are sustained, they might cause a feeling of weariness, resulting in heat cramps.Bear in mind that the heat index values are determined for shaded areas and light breezes. The heat index might be elevated by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sun exposure.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'felt air temperature' or 'feels like', gives a temperature feeling by integrating air temperature and humidity. Additional factors encompassing metabolic differences, the level of physical activity, and clothing can impact the individual's perception of temperature. It is important to note that direct sunlight can intensify the weather impact, potentially raising the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values are particularly relevant to babies and toddlers. Young individuals usually face more risks than adults due to their lower sweat production. Their large skin surface area relative to their tiny bodies and high heat production from their activities adds to their risk.
Humidity
In August, the average relative humidity is 70%.Rainfall
In Yankton, during August, the rain falls for 14.2 days and regularly aggregates up to 2.24" (57mm) of precipitation. Throughout the year, there are 117.9 rainfall days, and 21.93" (557mm) of precipitation is accumulated.Snowfall
June through September are months without snowfall.Daylight
In Yankton, the average length of the day in August is 13h and 53min.On the first day of August, sunrise is at 6:21 am and sunset at 8:50 pm. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:53 am and sunset at 8:05 pm CDT.
Sunshine
In Yankton, the average sunshine in August is 10.2h.UV index
June through August, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the highest UV index in Yankton. A UV Index reading of 6 to 7 represents a high health vulnerability from exposure to the Sun's UV rays for the average person.Note: A maximum high UV index of 6 in August translates into the following recommendations:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. UV radiation from the sun is at its strongest between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. Try to limit direct exposure during these hours. Tightly woven clothing, when worn loosely, shields effectively against the Sun.
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Average temperature in August
Yankton, SD
- Average high temperature in August: 83.3°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (84.9°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (26.8°F).
- Average low temperature in August: 61.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (64.9°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (12.9°F).
Average pressure in August
Yankton, SD
- Average pressure in August: 29.93"Hg
The month with the highest atmospheric pressure is January (30.16"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.85"Hg).
Average wind speed in August
Yankton, SD
- Average wind speed in August: 8.2mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is April (11.1mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (7.9mph).
Average humidity in August
Yankton, SD
- Average humidity in August: 70%
The month with the highest relative humidity is January (85%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (64%).
Average rainfall in August
Yankton, SD
- Average rainfall in August: 2.24"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (3.78").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is February (0.59").
Average rainfall days in August
Yankton, SD
- Average rainfall days in August: 14.2 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is June (17.4 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (2.3 days).
Average snowfall in August
Yankton, SD
- Average snowfall in August: 0"
The month with the highest snowfall is December (2.95").
The months with the least snowfall are June, July, August and September (0").
Average snowfall days in August
Yankton, SD
- Average snowfall days in August: 0 days
The month with the highest number of snowfall days is January (9.7 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are June, July, August and September (0 days).
Average daylight in August /
Average sunshine in August
Yankton, SD
- Average daylight in August: 13h and 5min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 15h and 18min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 6min).
- Average sunshine in August: 10h and 1min
The month with the most sunshine is July (Average sunshine: 10h and 48min).
The month with the least sunshine is January (Average sunshine: 4h and 24min).
Average sunshine days in August
Yankton, SD
- Average sunshine days in August: 13.8 days
The month with the most sunshine days is November (21.5 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is June (9.3 days).
Average UV index in August
Yankton, SD
- Average UV index in August: 6
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 6).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 1).
Average cloud cover in August
Yankton, SD
- Average cloud cover in August: 27
The month with the most cloud cover is January (Cloud cover 52).
The month with the least cloud cover is July (Cloud cover 25).
Average visibility in August
Yankton, SD
- Average visibility in August: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
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